25-26 Junior High School Social Studies Teacher (grades 7,8)

BVP is an intentionally diverse network of tuition-free public charter schools. As a founding member of the National Coalition of Diverse Charter Schools, BVP offers a high-quality school choice to the families of Central Falls, Cumberland, Lincoln, and Pawtucket.

The mission of Blackstone Valley Prep is to prepare every scholar to achieve their goals for college and the world beyond. BVP's scholars will graduate empowered as learners, individuals, and community members to access opportunities and break down barriers.

Apart from academics, we believe that preparing scholars for the world beyond also means experiencing the diversity of the world we live in today. Our network is designed to be diverse, accepting students from the four communities that share a region but differ substantially in their socio-economic, racial, and ethnic demographics. We seek to create a staff with a similarly diverse set of backgrounds and experiences that reflect that of our students, families, and communities. Blackstone Valley Prep (BVP) Mayoral Academy is now hiring dedicated team members who are willing to do whatever it takes to put all scholars on a path to college. Successful candidates should understand and advocate for the importance of equity in classrooms, curriculums, and throughout school systems.

Learn more about why BVP is different

Expectations of a BVP Team Member include (but are not limited to) :

Acts on the belief that 100% of scholars can be successful in college and the world beyond

Embraces the diversity of the BVP community by fostering an environment of respect and inclusion while actively working to build an equitable school community

Cultivates the social and personal skills that will serve scholars' in a complex world.

Engages meaningfully in school and network professional growth opportunities and enhances professional growth by giving and seeking assistance from other team members

Acts ethically and with integrity while following all school, network, and state policies

Engages families as partners in scholar success while recognizing and respecting differences in family backgrounds, structures, and cultures

Attends mandatory professional development and family meet and greets

Opportunities and Benefits for a BVP Team Member include (but are not limited to) :

Competitive salary range commensurate with experience and comprehensive medical and dental plan

Internal hiring to capitalize on strengths and interests

Collaborative, team-driven culture

Instructional coaching

Referral bonuses

Ongoing opportunities for professional development and tuition reimbursement for all employees

All staff members receive a minimum of 7 personal days per year

401(k) retirement plan that is 100% vested immediately with an employer match of 5%

Generous parental leave benefits (paid time off, extended leave available, etc.)

Flexible spending accounts for health and dependent care (matched)

Longevity Bonuses

Impact Factors (additional compensation for shared experiences and education / certification beyond what is required)

School-aged children of BVP employees receive preference in enrollment (restrictions apply)

Paid summer opportunities

• BVP has a policy not to negotiate on salaries. Allowing for negotiations undermines the economic equity we strive for as an organization. We endeavor to pay people well and appreciate our employees. Our transparent salary scale is based on the experience, competencies, and responsibilities required to thrive in this role.

In addition, Junior High School Social Studies Teachers are expected to :

Enable scholars to engage with primary and secondary sources using historical thinking

Create an environment of respect and rapport

Collaborate with team members for planning and reflective practice

Establish a culture of learning that reflects the educational importance of the work undertaken by both scholars and teachers

Establish and monitor routines and procedures for the smooth operation of the classroom, the efficient use of time, and scholar engagement with the content

Model a precise and expressive use of language to effectively communicate with scholars, including : expectations for learning, directions for activities, and explanations of content

Use questions, prompts, and discussion techniques to cognitively challenge scholars, advance high-level thinking and discourse, and promote metacognition

Intellectually engage all scholars in learning through well-designed learning tasks and activities that require complex thinking, and include appropriate scaffolding

Utilize formative and summative assessments to drive instructional planning, monitor scholar learning, provide feedback to scholars, and facilitate scholars' self-monitoring of learning

Qualifications :

A minimum of two years teaching experience in a diverse public school setting preferred, but not required

Bilingual candidates preferred, but not required

A bachelor's degree is required

Successful applicants must hold an appropriate Rhode Island teacher certification by their date of hire. Rhode Island offers reciprocity with over 30 states across the country. Learn more here.

Certification in relevant coursework

CPI certified

Compensation Range :

Refer to Teacher STEP Scale

To Apply :

Please submit your resume, professional references' contact information, and a cover letter highlighting your alignment with our mission online. If your position requires certification or licensure please be sure to upload it. Due to the high volume of applications we receive, we regretfully can only respond to those candidates who best meet the requirements of a specific position or whose backgrounds are generally applicable to our team. If you are selected to advance in the hiring process, you will be contacted by a BVP team member.

Blackstone Valley Prep Mayoral Academy does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, creed, sex, ethnicity, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, age, or ancestry.

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